Kingston, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 331 § 331-4
Severability
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If any provisions of this chapter are held to be unconstitutional or otherwise invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions of the chapter shall remain in effect.
Section 331-4 of Kingston, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 331 establishes a severability rule: if a court finds any part of Chapter 331 unconstitutional or legally invalid, that ruling applies only to the specific provision at issue, and the rest of the chapter continues to operate as written. This is a standard legal safeguard that prevents a single flawed provision from nullifying an entire regulatory scheme. The rule reflects a legislative intent that each part of the chapter stand independently wherever possible.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 331-4, the severability clause means that compliance obligations under Chapter 331 remain in force even if a particular provision within the chapter is successfully challenged in court. Operators generally continue to follow all other requirements of the chapter unless and until a court specifically invalidates the provision they are relying on. Staying current with any court rulings affecting Chapter 331 is a standard part of responsible property management in Kingston.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 331-4 provides tenants with assurance that their protections under Chapter 331 are not automatically eliminated if one part of the chapter is struck down by a court. Rights and remedies established elsewhere in the chapter remain available even when isolated provisions are challenged or invalidated. Tenants who have questions about how a specific court ruling may affect their situation can consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid service familiar with Kingston housing law.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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